People with type 2 diabetes have a higher risk of heart disease than people who aren’t living with the condition. Learn 10 ways to protect your heart.

You are undoubtedly aware of the importance of regular activity for people with diabetes. Regular exercise can control blood glucose levels, improve circulation and muscle strength, help maintain optimum weight, and generally promote a sense of wellbeing.

If you have arthritis, mobility issues or physical limitations, you can still enjoy a regular exercise regimen. The key is to choose activities that are safe. It’s also important to check with your healthcare team before beginning a new exercise regimen.

People with type 2 diabetes write back to their younger selves, to share personal insights and reflect on their experience of living with diabetes and starting on insulin therapy. Single and hard-working, Dolores at 55 years old defined herself primarily through her job.

If you are caring for a loved one with diabetes, it’s important that you know how to recognize and manage high blood sugar levels (this is known as hyperglycemia).

Getting to the middle of potential health risks can literally start around your middle. Research shows that waist size plays a key factor in your health, especially as it relates to type 2 diabetes and other health issues.

Everyone has stress in their lives at certain times, but this is especially true for people who are living with a chronic disease – such as diabetes – which can often be challenging to manage.